butsomuch
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If there will be an Elder Scrolls V, some changes come to mind that would improve things. First, a new beginning. 3 of the last 4 games started off in prison. The exception - Daggerfall - had you shipwrecked, which was hardly better. Surely, by now, the developers can come up with something a bit more interesting and creative?
Second, speaking of creative, how about a main line that is more than repetitious padding? Some of the unrelated side quests were far more interesting to do. More variety in what is, after all, the story of the game, would be appreciated.
Third, return to the traditional style of combat, or at least provide a choice between “reflex†and “dice rollâ€. Not everyone who plays CRPGs came up through Mortal Kombat or Doom. Shooter-type fighting doesn’t really belong here. But I am all for choice, so each player can have the kind that is preferred.
Fourth, dump time-limited stuff, or at least give a reasonable period so that constant restoring and trying over and over isn’t necessary.
Fifth, dispense with the “leveled monsters†system. It is ridiculous that a low-level character can go anywhere and do anything, including finishing the game. This also makes for a lack of suspense, since you know that whatever is in the dungeon, you can, with care, handle it.
Finally, go back to named saves. Simply because they may not be available on consoles doesn’t mean they should be left out on the PC. Just remember guys, if it weren’t for the PC games, you wouldn’t be here now.
So, is Oblivion horrible? By no means. There is much to enjoy in this game, just as there is much to scream about. In fact, you can have a lot of fun by avoiding the main line and doing guild quests and jobs for individuals. Or you can finish the main line quickly, then do all the other things, as the game doesn’t end when Mehrunes Dagon is defeated.
Overall, if you liked Morrowind, you will probably like Oblivion, despite its flaws. However, if real-time, reflex-based combat leaves you cold, you might want avoid this one. I’m no fan of that style, but I am playing again - although this time, I’m skipping the main line